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Drummer here, never ran sound at a venue before but I have gear for it at home for rehearsals and I'm thinking about doing it as a favor. I would haul out a pair of speakers, a tiny board, and 2-4 mics plus stands for vocals and maybe acoustic instruments. Then operate it all while a few bands play and probably wear a stage manager hat for 6-8 hours.

I'm a little concerned about it going well and being expected to do it again. Once for a favor is not a big deal, but regularly would be a hassle and I'm wondering what the going rate is for this sort of thing and if it would be worth my time. I suspect the baristas might make more per hour once everything is accounted for, not to mention equipment wear.